Some of the best coffee in the country. Super modern, such a vibe.

Open interiors with lots of tables, two fireplaces and couches, outside tables. Easy order and pay at counter and find a seat, food will be served. Menu has sweet and savory and are well prepared and beautiful plated flavorful food. Origin coffee executed perfectly, quality barista. My husband regrets ordering honey on his waffle as liege waffles are naturally quite sweet but it was a excellent waffle.

Nice coffee shop and sandwiches for a quick lunch or takeaway. They had a nice selection of coffee and tea options. Fridge full of cool drinks with tons of options. Lots of seating indoors by a nice warm fire which was perfect for the rainy chilly weather. Very cool design and hip art pieces.The sandwiches were served on large freshly baked buns which delicious toppings. Loved the grilled chicken and the pulled pork sandwiches.

What an awesome coffee shop! Some of the best coffee Ive had to date (and Im very pedantic about my coffee).Free and safe parking on premises. Very beautiful interior and a nice selection of products sold in the shop.A nice touch is the changing table in the bathroom. As first time parents, this came in very handy!

One of the better coffee shops in Swellendam. The coffee was really well done and they have some nice items on the menu that we would definitely try next time we pass through (French toast for sure!). The whole place is done well so you could even work outside if you wanted. Will definitely be back!

Great coffee shop in a lovely part of Swellendam. The space is stylishly decorated - contemporary modern, with some rustic touches. The fireplace contributes much to the warmth and ambience of the space. The coffee is of an excellent quality. I had a flat white and a brownie. They heated, the brownie and it came with cream - nice little details. The staff should also be commented for their friendly and calm demeanor. My only qualm was that the WiFi was off during both my visits, and I needed to get some work done. This was not a serious problem during my second visit, but during the first visit I needed WIFI and decided to go somewhere else. That said, as a whole I prefer Ikigai to some of the other coffee shops in the area.

Cute coffee shop on a road with historic buildings. They have plenty of outdoor and indoor seating. It’s very nice and bright inside, seems like a good place to work or escape the rain on a winter day. They’ve got a selection of basic hot drinks and hot breakfasts. They also have muffins in a small bakery counter. I only had their cappuccino which was the perfect pick-me up on my Garden Route road trip. It was quite strong, knocking all the sleepiness right out of me. The staff are very nice as well. I would love to go back and try their banana bread french toast.

Lovely cafe in the middle of Swellendam. Contemporary design. Coffees were beautifully extracted. You won’t be disappointed.

Nice setting, good milkshakes and frappe. Coffee could be a bit stronger. Waffle is a bit chewy and hard to cut

Order at the counter with the option to sit down or take away. Beautifully decorated with enough seating inside and outside. The food is really good and the coffee frappe is absolutely devine!

I absolutely loved this place... The warmth when u enter of the low fire to the welcoming service.I had to control myself because the quiche court my eye but i was actually there for the Banana Bread French toast, topped with bacon, mascarpone and walnuts... Thank you sooo much for a great experience, the place is a Absolute Jem and impeccably clean and sooooo modern😍👌

We found ourselves in Swellendam for a week and spotted this awesome spot which quickly became our local hangout. The coffee was super good and the presentation on point with beatifull cups and saucers. Enjoyed the iced coffee and knew these guys took their coffee seriously when it was served correctly. The space is really nice, WiFi good just overall a awesome spot!

Stopped here twice on a trip to/from George. The food was really good and fresh, the coffee & smoothies also good. Nice decor.Definitely recommend it as a good stop on a road trip - beats gas station fast food by a long shot

Lovely quality food and drinks, a bit hot inside, an aircon would make the experience more pleasant

A surprising find in Swellendam from our regular stop, seemingly quite popular among the locals. A small menu but various deviations which ensure that there is something for most. The pulled pork was delicious although the portion felt a little small. The bacon sandwich turned into a salad. All in all the quality is good and everything was delicious. On a side note, you order and pay at the counter so you have to go back to the counter if you want another coffee.

Lovely indoor atmosphere with fireplace and beautiful decor. Had a tasty toasted sandwich and waffle.

Great coffee and cool vibe. They only have limited breakfast options as far as I know. It looked expensive. They also have muffins and quiche, but quite expensive in my opinion for a snack. But the coffee was so good that I even brought a bag to take home to make. The people are also very nice and friendly.

Very nice place with good food (ordered the chicken wrap) and good service. Good option for quick stop when passing Swellendam.

Ikigai became my impromptu office for 5 hours one Friday morning. Caught between a rock and an uncooperative Telkom LTE signal, the wi-fi and friendly staff at Ikigai were an absolute lifesaver.I had the pleasure of listening to new staff being on-boarded and learnt that the creamy froth on a great cup of coffee is the called the crema. Then I got that cup at my table, and it was bloody delicious. The food looked scrumptious as orders rolled from the kitchen during the day. And the perfectly grilled chicken and avo on rye I had for lunch was the best damn sandwich I have had in years.Thanks for being awesome, Ikigai!

Delicious food, perfect coffee and friendly staff.

This is the best coffee shop in town. The coffee is excellent and the food is always superb.

Delicious! Fantastic waffle with berries

Great coffee and best quiches! The lemon and poppy seed muffin was delicious and so fresh!

Awesome service and really good treats for the sweet tooth

While on a roadtrip, we passed by Swellendam for a quick bite. Immediately upon entering the town, the beautiful and quaint design of Ikigai Coffee Bar caught my eye. It stood out among the rest of the houses and shops on the street and piqued my interest. Inside were very simple yet cozy interiors and a welcoming fireplace perfect for the winter.While their food menu is quite limited, they do serve a good selection of coffee and non-coffee drinks. I was really happy with my warm cup of cappuccino which was perfect for the cold day that was. The sandwiches, while generous in serving size, could have been better.

Excellent venue with great and friendly service. Great quality and good coffee. Keep it up!

Absolutely love this place. Their name, its meaning, the coffee, the food, the prices, and the service. Best place to eat and hang out in Swellendam so far for me :)

Amazing coffee and even better breakfast. The service is quick and really great value! Would definitely recommend!

Great food and coffee. Cosy place. Not recommended with kids

Service excellent & on the ball. They always cater for all ages. Their system well organised and wi-fi a bonus because it has high speed when network is on

Good place for coffee and sweet treats for bfast. Service (manager and staff) could be a bit more friendly, especially in covid time

Great coffee and muffins. Very friendly staff, modern decor and overall a very nice location and convenient coffee shop. Try the Apple, Honey and Cinnamon muffin, one of the best I ever had!

The coffee is really good and tasty. It was worth visiting.

Nice Coffee and sandwich - great venue will be back

Friendly service. Good coffee.

Lovely place, modern design, cool stuff to buy in the shop, simple and tasty menu

Great coffee, food and staff.

Best breakfast spot! The banana bread French toast is amazing! I dont think you can make it better.

Delicious everything (esp the coffee), hip décor, and easy, breezy vibe. City culture in the countryside. Great for a road trip rest. Even better for a holiday kickstart. Literally two minutes from the N2 (mind the speed limit : 60km/hr)

Great unassuming place. Such amazing coffee and the breakfast was delectable! Great price. Looking forward to coming back some time.

Fabulous iced coffee and delicious Apple and honey muffins

A little funky gem in Swellendam. Food was yummy too.

Probably the best coffee shop in swellendam! Love the coffee and everything they have to offer food wise. Its modern and stylish.

Snazzy setting. Lovely coffee,waitrons friedly

Lovely coffee shop. They have tasty meals and delicious coffee!

Upmarket modern and with it Coffee shopFood was exceptional

Great coffee and lovely food!!!

Nice place, good coffee, friendly staff.Good for light lunches.

Best capuchino and special omelette This place is neat and a delight to stop over for a hearty breakfast

Lovely fresh coffee and a biscuit on a chilly morning. Friendly welcome and plenty available on the menu.

Lovely place. Relaxed environment. Excellent food. Excellent vegetable juice.

Great coffee. Lekker vibe. Very pleasant experience.

Very nice atmosphere. Lovely decor. Breakfast menu small but very tasty.

Lovely,neat & quaint place to stop over on at.

A surprising find in a quiet town. stopped by for a flat white and it was perfect- creamy and just the right level of acidity.

Great coffee, food and atmosphere!

Good coffee with a good vibe.

We visited this special place 3 times this week. Good healthy food choices offered with interesting variations. So difficult to choose which item to try each time. Very good quality and value for money. Great service with a smile!

Absolutely divine

By pure luck we dropped off the n2 in the middle of nowhere, which the local call Swellendam, and found this jewel of a coffee place! Great coffee and snacks and also some giftshop with non- trash pieces

Best coffee in town. I just love this little gem of a place!

Great vibe, great coffee. Fun, quirky gifts.

Great coffee and very nice venue, nice layout and well decorated.

Perfect cup of coffee! Beautiful place, well recommended

Great atmosphere, great food! And our waiter, Gareth, was an absolute star, so friendly and accommodating and even shared a bit of the town history with us. Thank you for a great experience!

Great coffee and a nice stop for a Sunday bike trip.

The best coffee and chia late in the world, nobody can change my mind.

Great freshly made real food.

Love their coffee and food! Cozy atmosphere

Beautiful coffee bar, great coffee and sandwiches

Whilst being well prepared and tasty, the portion sizes are underwhelming to say the least. I left disappointed.

Really friendly and efficient service. Nice decor in a great location. Plenty of parking. Great menu choices with tasty uncomplicated healthy food. Hit it early for breakfast specials.

What a treat. Highly recommend a visit to this delightful spot. Candice our waitress was wonderful. We had the R25 Tuesday special of fresh Vetkoek and curried mince. WOW.... Not only was it delish, but it was big enough to feed two of us. Such a bargain. We also shared a R35 LARGE coffee plunger pot for two. We couldnt drink it all!! 😳

Delicious breakfast waffles!! Milkshakes out of this world.

Very relaxing with great coffees and eateries.

Lovely coffee!

Wonderful baked goods but their coffee is lacking in taste (even though its Origin). Flat whites ratio is closer to that of a latte; suggest ordering an espresso / American with some warm milk instead.

Good value for money.Wonderful coffee.I love the menu that can be a salad, wrap or sandwich.

What a unique , amazing place. had the delicious milkshakes. would have loved to come back for the food!

We love this place. We always stop here when we are in Swellendam. Great coffee, great atmosphere!

They make the best coffee in swellendam, very welcoming staff and awesome looking place. Well done, keep it up!

Friendly staff and delicious food

Always good!

Stunning place, decor, coffee and food!

Such a great find in Swellendam. Amazing coffee, fresh juice and breakfast options. All set in a great location, tastefully decorates.

A very hip and trendy spot for such a small town. I am very impressed.

Really good coffee. Pecan nut pie was divine. Bit hot inside but worth visiting

Well decorated and cosy coffee bar

Flat white with almond milk separated and tasted horrible. When I told about it to the barista, they were very unfriendly and dis jot even offer to make a new one. There are ways to make sure plant based milk does not separate and make cluster texture and they have to learn how to make it. Especially if you claim you are doing flat white best. Try Riversdale store, they are much better.

Love this place! Really delicious cakes, juices & amazing coffee! Went there twice during our Roadtrip

Very unfriendly people. We order coffee and no suger on the table. We have to ask for sugar and every thing else. We get the impression that they try to save every where and if you do not ask for salt and pepper, sugat etc.Your answer to my review refers. My review was made in the begining of March before the lockdown and the Covid 19 pandemic. Thus your answer now in November 2020, 9 months later, cannot be the reason for the poor service that we received on that day in March.

Excellent coffee and mocha. Delicious and great quality Greek Lamb and Pulled Pork sandwiches - good value for the generous fillings. Stylish and serene Scandinavian style setting with good selection of interesting locally designed items to browse and buy.

A really cool little coffee shop and amazing breakfest to match. Highly recommend.

Delicious, not too expensive, service were good.

Great coffee and a quick stop from the N2! Friendly staff and good service.

Excellent food and friendly service but a bit pricy though. (Would be great to extend to the only one unisex toilet.) Will definitely recommended and revisit.

I really liked this place. Small menu with fresh crusty bread and original fillings

Lovely coffees and lemonades

Nek level coffee milk shake

The decor and aesthetics are definitely a strength of this place. Coffee (americano) was too acidic for me, didnt finish it. Portions are not too generous, but food is rather healthy and of high qualify. A nice stop if in Swellendam.